Audi Q3 Local Assembly Begins Ahead of October 16 Launch

Audi Q3 Local Assembly Begins Ahead of October 16 Launch

By Anmol Kumar

Published September 25, 2026

Audi Q3 Local Assembly Begins Ahead of October 16 Launch

Quick Read - The 2026 Audi Q3 gets a 200 bhp 2.0-litre turbo-petrol engine, 7-speed DCT and quattro AWD, along with a 12.8-inch touchscreen and Level 2 ADAS.

Audi India has started local assembly of the new Audi Q3 at the Skoda Auto Volkswagen India plant in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. The SUV will launch in India on October 16, 2026, with bookings already open for a token of Rs. 1 lakh.

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2026 Q3 Exterior design and cabin

2026 Audi Q3 Exterior Rear Left Three Quarter View

The new Q3 gets split LED headlamps, a large Singleframe grille, 18-inch alloy wheels, roof rails and a redesigned rear with a full-width LED light bar and illuminated Audi logo.

Inside, it features a curved dual-screen setup with an 11.9-inch digital cluster and 12.8-inch touchscreen, while the gear selector moves to a stalk behind the steering wheel.

2026 Audi Q3 Interior Front Cabin View

Other features include a panoramic sunroof, multi-zone climate control, powered front seats, wireless charger, 360-degree camera with auto-park and Level 2 ADAS.

2026 Q3 Engine and drivetrain

2026 Audi Q3 Engine View

The India-spec Q3 is powered by a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine producing 200 bhp and 320 Nm, paired with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox and Audi's quattro all-wheel drive system as standard.

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What comes next for Audi in India

Prices and full variant details will be announced on October 16. The Q3 will be followed by the Audi A5 and Q9, both of which are planned for India next year. The Q3 will compete with the BMW X1, Mini Countryman, and Mercedes-Benz GLA.

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Table of Contents

  • 2026 Q3 Exterior design and cabin
  • 2026 Q3 Engine and drivetrain
  • What comes next for Audi in India

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